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With several bus routes, parking spots, bicycle racks throughout campus, designated rideshare pick-up and drop-off zones and the Seattle Center Monorail at our doorstep, there are plenty of ways to get to and from Seattle Center. 

Hours of Operation

Seattle Center's campus is open from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily. Hours of attractions and organizations on campus may differ.

Seattle Center Armory is open every day from 7am - 9pm. The Armory closes at 4pm on Christmas Eve and is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.

ALERT: Pedestrian Detour Notice

Due to Memorial Stadium redevelopment, the 3rd Avenue N pathway between Harrison Street and August Wilson Way is blocked until Spring 2027. Patrons will be redirected to Seattle Storm Way (2nd Avenue). Please follow posted signage.

View Map of Street Closure

Seattle Center Monorail

Departing approximately every 10 minutes from Westlake Center and Seattle Center, the Monorail is a fun, quick and convenient link between downtown Seattle and the Center.
Visit Monorail Website

Bus Routes

Numerous bus routes serve Seattle Center including Metro routes 1, 2, 4, 8, 13, 24, 29, 31, 33 and the Rapid Ride D Line. Rapid Ride E Line and routes 5 and 28 serve the Center along Aurora Ave N.
King County Metro Trip Planner

Waterfront Shuttle

Operating during the summer months, the Waterfront Shuttle connects downtown to Seattle Center with points in between along Waterfront Park. Free to ride.
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Parking at Seattle Center

If you’re planning to drive to Seattle Center, we encourage you to carpool. Once you arrive, you’ll find two convenient parking garages.
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School and Charter Buses

Map of parking zones for School and Charter Buses at Seattle Center.
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Biking to Seattle Center

Get some fresh air and leave your car at home! Try biking or walking to campus from Uptown, South Lake Union, Belltown or downtown. There are bike racks throughout campus.
City of Seattle Bike Program

Transportation Resources

Resources to find the latest on road work and other lane/road closures affecting access to Seattle Center.
Transportation Info

Directions to Seattle Center

Seattle Center Campus Map

Campus Sponsors

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The Climate Pledge
Pepsi logo
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pink text reads T-Mobile
WaFd Bank
Sponsor Info